Wanderings

Chiang Mai

September 8, 2015

Travel inspiration - Monks walking outside a temple in Chiang Mai

The beautiful walled city of Chiang Mai is located in the mountainous north of Thailand. It is the second largest city in Thailand, after Bangkok and for many travelers a gateway to trekking, rafting, elephant riding and hill tribe visits.

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Sweets

Peaches and Cream Coffee Cake

September 7, 2015

Despite the frigid temperatures here in Calgary, it is still summer!  Although I love fall, I’m not quite ready to welcome it and all it’s flavors, so for a Labour Day Monday treat I’m making this delicious Sour Cream Peach Buckle.  Peaches are ripe for the pickin’ at this time of year and make this coffee cake moist and tender.  Your friends and family are sure to love it.

Peach Coffee Cake recipe. Best served with ice cream.

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Tips and Tricks

Tray Love

August 31, 2015

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I consider trays to be one of the most versatile and useful accessories in home decor. They are perfect for creating beautiful vignettes and corralling clutter. I must admit I have my fair share of trays and am always open to collecting more! I especially love this one from Pier1 Imports, it’s large, made of wood and sturdy. Although quite ornate, I find it works in may different spaces, offering an unexpected contrast in more modern rooms.

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